Assistant Director of Programs - Juvenile Justice Leadership

Juvenile Justice, Department of; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia's Department of Juvenile Justice seeks an Assistant Director of Programs for the Atlanta YDC in College Park. You will lead policy development, program administration, and partnership efforts to support social welfare and public safety across youth services and rehabilitative programs.

You will supervise senior staff, manage operations, budget oversight, and ensure compliance with PREA/ACA standards while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area and 3 years of subordinate management experience in human services.
• Related certification plus 2 years of subordinate management experience in human services.
• 2 years at Mgr 1, Social Svcs (SSM010) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Directs youth detention functions and maintains custody and security.
• Identifies training needs and provides guidance to staff.
• Interviews, hires, trains, evaluates, and disciplines staff.
• Manages human resources and administrative activities for staff.
• Oversees the operation of detention center and related programs.
• Monitors budget activities of correctional facilities and services.
• Ensures compliance with PREA and ACA standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related area

Related certification

Mgr 1, Social Svcs (SSM010) or equivalent experience

Job description

The State of Georgia's Department of Juvenile Justice seeks an Assistant Director of Programs for the Atlanta YDC in College Park. You will lead policy development, program administration, and partnership efforts to support social welfare and public safety across youth services and rehabilitative programs.

You will supervise senior staff, manage operations, budget oversight, and ensure compliance with PREA/ACA standards while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver